Mardi Gras from the 1930's and beyond

By Andrea Waguespack

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A group arrives at the New Orleans Mardi Gras dressed as characters from 'The Wizard of Oz' - the Wizard, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion, the Scarecrow and a young Dorothy. The festivities continue throughout the week before Lent.

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A group arrives at the New Orleans Mardi Gras dressed as characters from 'The Wizard of Oz' - the Wizard, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion, the Scarecrow and a young Dorothy. The festivities continue throughout the week before Lent.